Sewing Related Scissors and Shears Reference Page

Gingher Appliqué Scissors have double-chrome plating overall and knife-sharp edges which excellent for close trimming for greater protection to the fabric.  These shears may also be used for decoupage and for cutting carpet. They are  6" overall length, with offset handles.  Gingher scissors are forged, which makes the metal harder so the scissors stay sharp longer.  Gingher scissors and shears are assembled and finished in the United States.  Gingher is recognized as the premier line of cutting implements in sewing, crafts and needle arts.

Applique Scissors

Gingher Buttonhole Scissors are beautifully finished with double-plated chrome over nickel, with a brass adjustment screw.  They measure 4-1/2" in overall length.  Gingher scissors are forged, and are assembled and finished in the United States. 

Buttonhole Scissors

Embroidery Scissors  have two sharp points for detailed work, as compared to sewing scissors which have one fine point and one more rounded point.

Embroidery Scissors

Wasa (Solingen) Gold Stork Scissors are world-famous for their fine detail and precision finishing.  The handles are gold-plated, except for the "wing" area, and the blades are chrome-plated. (In other words, the stork's wings and beak are chrome-plated.)  These gold stork scissors have double-sharp tips, suitable for fine detail work.  The scissors are forged  by Wasa in Solingen, Germany.  Wasa is world-famous for their quality gold-plated scissors.  Forging makes the metal harder so the scissors stay sharp longer. The gold stork scissors come in overall lengths of 3-1/2", 4" and 6-1/2".

Gold Stork Scissors
Gold-Plated Scissors Gold Scissors

Gingher Machine Embroidery Scissors are double-chrome plated overall for a beautiful finish. Sharp points and precision cutting edges make these scissors the perfect choice for machine embroidery work.  These scissors are forged, which makes the metal harder so these scissors stay sharp longer. Quality craftsmanship assures sharp cutting all the way to the points.   Gingher is recognized as the premier line of cutting implements in sewing, crafts and needle arts. 

Machine Embroidery Scissors
Sewing Scissors Sewing Scissors
Straight Sewing Shears Sewing Shears (Straight)
Bent Dressmaker's Shears Sewing Shears (Bent / Offset Handles)
Pinking Shears are ideal for finishing fabric edges, seams and adding decorative edges to various craft and sewing materials. The solid steel pinking scissors are forged by Wiss and  Gingher.  The lightweight pinkers are from Fiskers.  Pinking Scissors and Shears
Thread Snips are ideal for cutting thread, ribbon, paper, etc.  These thread clips have a self-opening spring action that assures fast, effortless cutting.  Several models are forged, and some are lightweight.  One has replaceable blades.  They are also called inspector snips. Thread Snips and Thread Clips
Heavy Fabric Shears Heavy Fabric Scissors and Shears
Fiskars Softouch Scissors are the perfect companion for overworked hands, with their comfy, cushion-grip handles, their spring-action blades and their ergonomic design.  They  will have you snipping away for hours on end without fatigue.  Softouch scissors reduce discomfort in the thumb and forefinger by absorbing pressure caused by squeezing. Ideal for repetitive users, those with arthritis, or those experiencing weakness in their hands.  Softouch Scissors and Shears
Tailor's Shears Tailor's Shears

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